Top 23 Animal trainer Jobs in La Jolla Ca

Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Oceanside, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group —Oceanside, CA
- $27 - $56 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
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Pawcific Dog Academy —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Relocation assistance
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Pet Trainer
PetSmart —Mission Valley, CA
- $17.09 - $29.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Dog Trainer
Petco —San Diego, CA
- $16 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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PetSmart —Encinitas, CA
- $17.51 - $30.35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Encinitas, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) —Encinitas, CA
- $33 - $56 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Patient monitoring
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Oceanside, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) —Oceanside, CA
- $33 - $56 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- ER
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - San Diego, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) —San Diego, CA
- $33 - $56 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Patient monitoring
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Oceanside, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group —Oceanside, CA
- $33 - $68 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
Pet Groomer & Salon Trainer
PetSmart —Santee, CA
- $18.59 - $33.59 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement

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Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Oceanside, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group -
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Job Details

Full-time
$27 - $56 an hour

Benefits

Travel reimbursement
Continuing education credits
Paid parental leave
License reimbursement
Health savings account
Loan repayment program
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Veterinary Technician Certification
Team leadership
Veterinary emergency care
High school diploma or GED
Veterinary medicine
Emergency medicine
Animal emergency care
Teaching
Emergency care
Veterinary technician experience

Full Job Description

ABOUT VEG

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies!

At VEG we find a way to say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how ER works, from our open-concept hospitals, where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics!) to our immersive, customer-focused experience, which helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve.

This also means saying yes to creating the greatest experience possible for our VEGgies. Yes to working in an environment where you can find your place and feel valued for the amazing work you do. Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career. And yes to making an impact here in ways you never thought possible.

VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.

THE JOB

As a Nursing Trainer, you have one of the most meaningful jobs at VEG: helping others grow. You’ll lead with curiosity, coach with compassion, and obsess over development. You’re not just building skills—you’re building confidence, momentum, and careers in emergency medicine. Whether you’re working 1:1 on the floor, guiding peer-led sessions, or developing educational tools, your impact will be felt hospital-wide. You’ll tailor training to every learning style, celebrate every milestone, and say yes to every VEGgie who is ready to take the next step. Your work helps make VEG a place where people learn, lead, and love what they do.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Partner with leadership to identify individual and team training needs
Assess assistants and credentialed technicians through direct observation and real-time immersion
Drive advancement through VEG’s Cultivate program
Implement VEG training programs and serve as the go-to training lead at your hospital
Split your time between on-the-floor mentoring and strategic development
Provide tailored, hands-on training for all learning styles and skill levels with patience and understanding
Organize peer training opportunities and build a strong mentoring culture
Collaborate with nursing managers and professional networks to broaden impact
Develop and refine training content (i.e. presentations, videos, simulations, and assessments)
Ensure all training aligns with VEG’s culture, mission, and emergency standards of care
Continually evaluate and improve leveling programs for assistants and technicians

WHAT YOU NEED

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred
Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located; VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation
High level of knowledge and skill in emergency medicine
Previous training experience preferred
A relentless passion for teaching and uplifting others
An ownership mindset around your team’s growth and development
Strong communicator and collaborator across teams
Excitement about VEG’s culture and mission, with a desire to lead by example
Willingness to travel to other VEG hospitals in your region to help with new veterinarian onboarding as needed
Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs
Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

WHO YOU ARE

Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives
Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team’s’ accomplishments
Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results
Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge

HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

Competitive compensation: pay range is $27-$56 and based on a leveling system and experience, including base and 401K match
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or counseling
Depending on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full time, active employment with VEG, so you can share in our growth and success
A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG-created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend (no really!). Full-time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend. Full-time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment so you don’t need to worry about your student debt
Paid parental leave; up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family-building care for all types of families
Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you’re hungry

DEI

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is “Helping people and their pets when they need it most.” And we do that better when our VEGgies (employees) feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. That's why we're devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve—where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated.

We are focused on providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision-making, and ensuring that everyone's perspective is considered. Saying yes to VEG means helping us build a culture where your unique experiences and background contribute to a shared vision: being the world’s veterinary emergency company.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $56.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
License reimbursement
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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